Business Details
19 Years
experience
Pediatric Therapy Services in Birmingham, AL
Child's Play Therapy Center was founded in 2007 by Speech Language Pathologist Deborah Boswell and Occupational Therapist Kerri Bailey, combining decades of clinical expertise to deliver exceptional pediatric therapy services. Our mission focuses on compassionate care through speech, occupational, physical, and mental health therapies, serving over 40,000 appointments annually with 80+ licensed providers. We maintain E-E-A-T principles through evidence-based programs like SOS Feeding and Handwriting Without Tears, operating in Birmingham, Chelsea, and Huntsville locations.Our team prioritizes family collaboration, offering flexible scheduling and teletherapy options to meet diverse client needs. With specialized services for developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and autism spectrum conditions, we emphasize early intervention and personalized treatment plans tailored to each child's unique requirements.
Services
Speech Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Counseling Services
ABA Therapy
Infant Feeding Services
SOS Feeding Program
Handwriting Without Tears
Orton-Gillingham Approach
Integrated Listening
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Founded in 2007 with 17+ years of pediatric therapy expertise
- 80+ licensed providers across multiple therapy disciplines
- 40,000+ annual therapy appointments demonstrate service demand
- Specialized programs like SOS Feeding and Handwriting Without Tears
- Flexible scheduling including evening and Saturday appointments
What people say
Patient, personal, knowledgeable
Wonderful therapists
Tremendous growth observed
Highly recommend
Professional, kind, caring
Services
Speech Therapy
Our speech therapy addresses articulation, language disorders, and social communication challenges using evidence-based tools like SpeechEasy devices. We specialize in early intervention for children with delayed speech development or feeding difficulties. Our clinicians create personalized treatment plans that improve communication skills through engaging, play-based activities tailored to each child's developmental stage.
Occupational Therapy
Pediatric occupational therapy focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care abilities through play-based interventions. We address developmental delays using specialized programs like SOS Feeding and Handwriting Without Tears. Our therapists modify environments and activities to help children succeed in daily living tasks and school-related activities through individualized treatment plans.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy develops gross motor skills, balance, and coordination through fun, therapeutic activities. We treat conditions like developmental delay, hypotonia, and orthopedic impairments using evidence-based approaches. Our therapists incorporate play into sessions to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence in children across various developmental stages.
Counseling Services
Our counseling services address anxiety, behavioral issues, and trauma through play therapy and evidence-based modalities like CBT. We help children develop emotional regulation skills and coping strategies in a supportive environment. Treatment includes parent collaboration and interdisciplinary coordination with other therapy services to address comprehensive mental health needs.
ABA Therapy
Todays ABA therapy provides compassionate, trauma-sensitive behavioral intervention for children with autism spectrum disorders. Our comprehensive programs include social skills training, communication development, and daily living skills instruction. We offer both center-based programs and school transition support through individualized treatment plans developed in collaboration with families.
People
Deborah Boswell
Co-Founder
Speech Language Pathologist with 15+ years of clinical experience specializing in pediatric communication disorders. Developed evidence-based therapy protocols and trained 100+ clinicians across Alabama. Holds ASHA certification and multiple state awards for pediatric therapy innovation.
Kerri Bailey
Co-Founder
Occupational Therapist with expertise in sensory processing disorders and fine motor development. Created specialized feeding programs adopted by multiple clinics. Recognized for innovative approaches to pediatric therapy environments and family-centered care models implemented across all center locations.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We specialize in pediatric therapy for children from infancy through young adulthood, with services tailored to each developmental stage.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with major insurance providers and offer verification assistance. Coverage varies by plan and service type - contact our billing team for details.
What makes your therapy approach unique?
Our interdisciplinary model combines evidence-based programs with play-based therapy in child-friendly environments, emphasizing family collaboration and individualized treatment plans.
How do I schedule an evaluation?
Call our main line to speak with intake coordinators who will guide you through the process and schedule appropriate assessments with licensed therapists.
What specialized programs do you offer?
We provide SOS Feeding, Handwriting Without Tears, Integrated Listening, and trauma-sensitive ABA therapy programs among other evidence-based interventions.
Are teletherapy options available?
Yes, we offer virtual therapy sessions for all services through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms for families preferring remote treatment options.
